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helpful
adjective help·ful \ˈhelp-fəl; Southern often ˈhep- also ˈheəp-\
: making it easier to do a job, deal with a problem, etc. : giving help
: willing to help other people
Full Definition of HELPFUL
: of service or assistance : useful <helpful advice>
— help·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— help·ful·ness noun
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First Known Use of HELPFUL
14th century
Related to HELPFUL
- Synonyms
- conducive, facilitative, useful
HELPFUL Defined for Kids
helpful
adjective help·ful \ˈhelp-fəl\
Definition of HELPFUL for Kids
: providing help <a helpful idea>
— help·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
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